Yachting Monthly

Published by Time Inc. (UK) Ltd Yachting monthly is at the heart of the British yachting market and is for people who actively sail their boats - whether cruising across the channel, around the coast or further a field in blue waters. It provides an entertaining mix of vital information for cruising yachtsmen with all levels of experience, which maximises their enjoyment, increases their skills and gives them the confidence to broaden their horizons.

SKILLS TO SHOW OFF

Couple cruising in the Caribbean missing, presumed dead, after yacht hijack

NEWS

Reckless RIB owner fined £3,000

NEWS IN NUMBERS

Caudrelier wins solo global foiling race

Uncertain future for Crabbers

Sprint to repair Translated 9 for OGR Leg 4

Grey seal pup born on Beaulieu River, first in Hampshire

Video and writing competition on ‘treading lightly’ in the marine environment

LETTERS

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SUNBEAM 32.1 • Designed to turn heads, this Austrian weekender promises a unique combination of style and substance. Theo Stocker went to see if the concept delivered

SUNBEAM 32.1

THIS MONTH’S EXPERTS

SKIPPERS’ TIPS & YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Does my radar reflector work for broadband?

A QUESTION OF SEAMANSHIP

ENGINE FAILURE? How to get yourself home • We rely on the engine a huge amount, but when it stops, do you know how you would get yourself back on track and into harbour? Rachael Sprot works through the options

RNLI CALL OUTS

ENGINE FAILURE IN CONFINED WATERS

5 TOP FIXES FOR THE MOST COMMON PROBLEMS

TOWING

ENGINELESS SAILING

SAIL YOURSELF HOME

‘MORE PEOPLE HAVE CLIMBED EVEREST’ • When David Smith joined the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, he’d anticipated adrenaline-filled days riding the waves of the epic Southern Ocean. The reality was something quite different…

LESSONS LEARNED

DOWNSIZING Smaller boats can be more fun • Looking for a smaller boat and to change the way you sail? Andrew Bray shares his downsizing journey

ANDREW’S LIFETIME IN BOATS

CRUISING SCILLY & GUERNSEY • After bringing Equinox back from Europe, Hamish and his family enjoy exploring some of the islands closer to home

WIN A BAG FULL OF SAILING KIT

ISLAND CRUISING

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CRUISING THE GALÁPAGOS ISLANDS • Hilary Thomson and Liam Johnston spent several years exploring the eastern Pacific before visiting the enchanting and surreal Galápagos Islands on their way to New Zealand

HIGHWAYS IN THE OCEAN

CRUISING TIPS

YOUR CRUISING COMMUNITY

Surviving a storm and a heatwave in the eastern Mediterranean • John Woolf writes this story while sheltering on the island of Naxos from Storm Daniel, one of the worst Mediterranean cyclones in history

‘School field trip’

BOOK CLUB • Julia Jones reviews the latest maritime reading

NEW GEAR • Protecting the marine environment is paramount for cruising sailors. Dennis O’Neill reviews the latest eco-friendly innovations and boat cleaning solutions

CELEBRATING A BOAT-BUILDING LEGACY • A new regatta to celebrate all boats built in Looe is being organised for June 14-16. All are welcome

REUNION JUNE...